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Cayetanos: No settlement for child sexual abuse cases
Senator Pia Cayetano and Senator Alan Cayetano. Senate PH File
Senators Alan Peter "Compañero" S. Cayetano and Senator Pia Cayetano emphasized that child sexual abuse cases must never end in settlement during the 13th episode of the legal advice TV program 'Cayetano in Action with Boy Abunda' (CIA with BA).
The siblings discussed the case of a complainant who sought advice on how to help a 14-year-old girl who has been sexually abused while doing housework for her employers. The Cayetanos explained that in the new statutory rape law, those 16 years old and below cannot consent to sexual activities.
Senator Pia urged vigilance among the public and sensitivity to signs of people being sexually abused. They also explained that sexual abuse cases are not subject to settlement under the law.
The segment ended with the Cayetanos telling the complainant that it's going to be a long journey for the victim and it would definitely lead to cases being filed.
Senator Pia talked privately to the victim and her mother to provide comfort and support on what to do next with the case. The TV show is an "evolution" of "Compañero y Compañera," a radio and television program hosted by their late father Senator Rene Cayetano which aired from 1997 to 2001.
The siblings discussed the case of a complainant who sought advice on how to help a 14-year-old girl who has been sexually abused while doing housework for her employers. The Cayetanos explained that in the new statutory rape law, those 16 years old and below cannot consent to sexual activities.
Senator Pia urged vigilance among the public and sensitivity to signs of people being sexually abused. They also explained that sexual abuse cases are not subject to settlement under the law.
The segment ended with the Cayetanos telling the complainant that it's going to be a long journey for the victim and it would definitely lead to cases being filed.
Senator Pia talked privately to the victim and her mother to provide comfort and support on what to do next with the case. The TV show is an "evolution" of "Compañero y Compañera," a radio and television program hosted by their late father Senator Rene Cayetano which aired from 1997 to 2001.
May 3, 2023
